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Three-Year-Old Preschool · 36–48 Months · Royal Palm Beach, FL
Three is one of the richest learning years a child will ever have. Our 3 year old program turns natural curiosity into academic foundations, early literacy skills, and the social confidence your child needs to thrive in VPK and beyond.
National quality recognition
Trusted since 1999
Academic, social & emotional
Early Language & Discover
FL. Dept of Education
Research-Backed Early Learning
"The single best predictor of your child's future reading success isn't IQ or vocabulary it's the sound play we do together every day at age three."
National Early Literacy Panel · Foundation for Early Childhood Education Research
Daily Learning
Three-year-olds are ready to learn they just need the right environment. Our Frog Street 3 year old curriculum delivers intentional, research-backed education across every developmental domain, every single day.
Rhyming games, syllable clapping, and sound play the exact skills researchers identify as essential pre-reading foundations. Taught daily, not occasionally.
Sequencing stories, retelling events, and building narrative language the bridge between listening and reading comprehension.
One-to-one correspondence, counting objects, identifying numbers, and early math concepts through hands-on manipulatives and games.
Writing their own name, holding a pencil correctly, and building fine motor precision through intentional art and writing activities every day.
Observing, questioning, predicting, and documenting – STEM inquiry stations give your child real scientific thinking practice, not just watching.
Singing, drawing, painting, and imaginative play daily creative expression that builds language, fine motor skills, and emotional intelligence simultaneously.
Moving from parallel play to true cooperation — sharing, taking turns, resolving conflicts, and building the friendships that make every day at school a joy.
Puzzles, obstacle courses, outdoor active play, and large-muscle movement – physical development woven into every part of the school day.
Early Literacy
Phonological awareness the ability to hear and play with the sounds in words, is built between ages 3 and 5. Miss that window, and children enter kindergarten already behind. Our three year old program takes place in its own dedicated, spacious classroom built specifically for this stage of learning
Rhyming games, syllable clapping, sound matching, and letter-sound work aren’t add-ons in our classroom they’re the core of every circle time, literacy center, and story we read together. Your three-year-old is building reading skills right now, whether they know it or not.
Research from the National Early Literacy Panel identifies phonological awareness as more predictive of reading outcomes than IQ, family income, or vocabulary size. We build it every single day at age 3.
Songs, games, and rhyming books develop phonemic awareness in the most natural, joyful way possible through play.
Listening, writing, ABC, and library corners give children structured independent time to practice emerging literacy skills at their own pace.
Every circle time includes phonological awareness practice not just songs and calendar, but targeted skill-building with a purpose.
Writing their own name is the first step toward full literacy. We build pencil control and letter formation from day one of the three-year classroom.
Milestone Roadmap
Children arrive in our 3 year old classroom at very different points and that’s completely normal. Our teachers track each child individually and meet them exactly where they are, then help them grow from there.
By the end of the three-year, every child at Above & Beyond is academically, socially, and emotionally prepared to step confidently into Pre-K 4 with the skills, habits, and love of learning they need to succeed.
Call us at (561) 793-6533. Ms. Rishiya and Ms. Chayce are happy to talk through your child's development before you even schedule a tour.
Building confidence in the classroom, growing from short phrases into 4–5 word sentences, moving from playing alongside peers to playing with them, and starting to notice letters and numbers as meaningful symbols.
Naming several letters on sight, counting 1–10 with accurate one-to-one correspondence, telling simple stories with a clear beginning and end, and rhyming more easily as phonological awareness builds.
Attempting to write the first letter of their name, recognizing about half the alphabet, counting to 15 by rote, asking rich “how does it work?” questions, and staying engaged in longer, more cooperative projects.
Recognizing most letters of the alphabet, attempting to write their full name, counting to 15–20 with growing accuracy, telling more detailed stories, managing emotions with less support, and moving into Pre-K 4 ready to build toward full letter mastery and independent writing.
Our Curriculum
Frog Street 3 year old is a complete, research-validated curriculum with a full scope and sequence each week builds on the last across language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, creative arts, and social-emotional development.
Above & Beyond uses Frog Street from infant through VPK, giving every child one connected curriculum instead of a patchwork of different systems along the way. No matter when your child joins us, they step into a continuum built to grow with them, year after year.
Our 3 year old program is not daycare with a name change. It is intentional, research-backed early education delivered by teachers who understand child development deeply. Three is one of the richest learning years a child will ever have — we don't let a single day of it go to waste.
Integrated units that connect language, math, science, and social studies - so children see how learning connects to the real world.
Children explore materials, ask questions, and simple predictions building the habits of scientific thinkers, not just observers.
Hands-on tools for number sense sorting, counting, patterning, and spatial reasoning through play-based math activities.
Targeted small groups let teachers meet each child at their individual skill level — no child gets left behind or held back.
Building empathy, conflict resolution, classroom community, and the emotional regulation skills VPK teachers will thank you for.
Academic, social, and emotional readiness — every child exits our three-year classroom ready to thrive in Florida VPK, not just attend.
Meet the Teachers
Ms. Rishiya, Ms. Chayce, and Ms. Karla bring early childhood credentials, classroom experience, and a genuine passion for the 3 year old age to your child’s day every day.
Preschool 3s Classroom
Three-Year-Old Teacher
Ms. Rishiya brings early childhood expertise and a warm classroom presence to the 3 year old room. Her students build confidence through structured routines, rich story time, and hands-on learning that turns curiosity into real academic skills.
Preschool 3s Classroom
Three-Year-Old Teacher
Ms. Chayce creates a classroom environment where three-year-olds feel safe to take risks trying new words, experimenting with science, and making new friends. Her energy and patience bring out the best in every child she teaches.
Preschool 3s Classroom
Three-Year-Old Teacher
Ms. Karla’s CDA certification and dedication to early childhood education make her an invaluable presence in the 3 year old room. She ensures every child feels welcomed, known, and supported – the foundation everything else is built on.
25 Years of Combined Experience
Early Childhood Educators and a CDA-certified specialist, all passionate about the three-year-old year. Your child is in expert hands.
Why Families Choose Us
When your child is three, the preschool you choose matters more than most parents realize. Here’s why families across Palm Beach County make the drive to Above & Beyond.
Both major quality certifications – verified independently, not self-reported. The only center in the area with both credentials simultaneously.
Tuition & Financial Aid
And change to “ Every three year old belongs here and Florida’s Early Learning Coalition makes that possible. Qualifying families may receive significant tuition assistance toward our three year old program, so cost never has to be the reason you say no.
Florida ELC Tuition Assistance
Florida’s Early Learning Coalition provides income-based tuition assistance for qualifying Palm Beach County families and Above & Beyond is an approved ELC provider. To find out if you qualify and to get started, apply directly through the Florida Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County.
$0
Enroll your three-year-old now and we waive the registration fee entirely. No surprise costs, no hidden fees.
85%
Florida's Early Learning Coalition covers up to 85% of tuition for qualifying Palm Beach County families.
10% Sibling Savings
Ask about our sibling discount for families with more than one child enrolled at Above & Beyond.
FAQ
Everything parents ask before enrolling their three-year-old at Above & Beyond.
Children must be 36 months (3 years old) to join our Pre-K 3 classroom. They continue through 48 months, at which point they transition to our four-year-old preschool program.
A typical day includes intentional circle time with phonological awareness practice, literacy center rotations, small group instruction, STEM inquiry stations, creative arts, outdoor active play, snack and lunch, rest time, and free exploration. Structure and routine give three-year-olds the security to take learning risks.
Absolutely. Our teachers are trained to meet each child’s temperament — building confidence gradually through small group interactions, one-on-one connections, and structured social activities. Shy children often make their biggest social leaps in our three-year classroom precisely because the environment is warm, consistent, and never overwhelming.
Yes — Florida’s Early Learning Coalition covers up to 85% of childcare costs for qualifying Palm Beach County families. Above & Beyond is an approved ELC provider, and we guide families through the application process. Call us at (561) 793-6533 to find out if you qualify.
Our Frog Street Pre-K 3 curriculum is specifically designed to build VPK readiness — academically, socially, and emotionally. Children leave our three-year classroom with letter recognition, phonological awareness, counting to 20, name writing ability, and the social skills that make VPK a natural next step rather than a shock.
Yes – significantly. Most preschools use loosely themed units or seasonal activities. Frog Street Pre-K 3 is a complete, research-validated scope and sequence. Each week builds on the last, across language arts, math, science, social studies, and the arts. It’s real education – the kind that shows up in kindergarten readiness scores.
Above & Beyond holds both Gold Seal and APPLE accreditation, uses the Frog Street Curriculum from infant through VPK for a true educational continuum, and has been family-owned in Royal Palm Beach for over 25 years. Add three credentialed teachers dedicated specifically to the Pre-K 3 classroom and that combination is genuinely rare.
Three is not daycare with a name change — it is one of the richest learning years a child will ever have. The rhyming games, the syllable clapping, the sound play — these are not just fun. They are the exact skills researchers identify as essential pre-reading foundations.
The best way to know if we are the right fit is to walk through our doors. Come visit our three year old classroom and meet the team your child will grow with. Registration fee completely waived when you enroll today
